With A 200 Year Old Chimney And A Bi-State Fishing Pier, This Underrated Virginia State Park Is A Must-Visit
Leesylvania State Park might sound like it’s the site of a Civil War-era vampire flick, but it’s actually full of a lot of history. And it’s pretty darn beautiful to boot. While this charming state park wasn’t fully open until 1992, its history dates back more than a hundred years before the Civil War. There are a lot of unique features and landmarks in this small 542-acre state park. Let’s jump in:
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It turns out, 'ole Henry Lee II's descendants were pretty important figures in American history. His son Henry "Light Horse Harry" Lee was a Revolutionary War hero who became the ninth governor of Virginia. Henry Lee II's grandson was none other than Civil War general, Robert E. Lee.
Only a small cornerstone of the Lee house remains, but Henry II and his wife Lucy are still buried in Leesylvania State Park. This memorial to Henry Lee III is a prominent feature in the park.
Only a small cornerstone of the Lee house remains, but Henry II and his wife Lucy are still buried in Leesylvania State Park. This memorial to Henry Lee III is a prominent feature in the park.
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The most wonderful sunrises over the water can be seen standing on this impressive fishing pier. The most unique feature of the pier is that it starts in Virginia but crosses over into Maryland about a third of the way out.
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Have you discovered this hidden gem? Let us know your favorite part with a comment. Then, take a look at one of Leesylvania State Park’s hikes, the Potomac Trail, in the fall. It is absolutely gorgeous.
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Leesylvania State Park, 2001 Daniel K Ludwig Dr, Woodbridge, VA 22191, USA